Engineered for industrial power systems, the Square D PJL36100AA is a 3-pole, 1000A molded case circuit breaker. It features an electronic trip unit for reliable long-time and instantaneous (LI) protection. This P-Frame breaker mounts into Square D switchboards and motor control centers. It includes a factory-installed auxiliary switch and replaces older PE1000 models. With a 65 kAIC rating at 480VAC, this 80% rated MCCB offers true RMS sensing and current-limiting capabilities.
Shunt Trip, Undervoltage Release, Alarm Switch, Motor Operator, Padlock Attachment, Communication Module
Accessories
Line and Load Lugs Included, Auxiliary Switch (Factory Installed)
Standards
CSA C22.2 No. 5, IEC 60947-2, NEMA AB 1, UL 489
Approval
CE, CSA, IEC, NOM, UL
Temp Rating
-25C to 70C
Construction Features
HACR Rated, 80% Rated, True RMS Sensing
Product FAQs
8 answers
What enclosures or panels are compatible with the PJL36100AA?
This unit-mount P-Frame breaker is designed for installation in Square D QED switchboards and Model 6 motor control centers.
What does the "AA" suffix indicate in the PJL36100AA catalog number?
The "AA" suffix means the breaker includes a factory-installed auxiliary switch with 1A/1B (one normally open, one normally closed) standard contacts.
Can the PJL36100AA replace older Square D 1000A breakers?
Yes, this PowerPacT P-Frame breaker serves as a direct replacement for legacy Square D PE1000 (PE-Frame) series circuit breakers.
What does the "L" in the PJL prefix stand for?
The "L" indicates that the breaker is configured for unit mounting with mechanical lugs on both the line and load ends, as opposed to an I-Line plug-on connection.
What type of trip unit is included with the PJL36100AA?
This breaker features a basic electronic trip unit that provides fixed Long-Time and adjustable Instantaneous (LI) protection functions.
What wire sizes are accepted by the standard lugs on the PJL36100AA?
The standard mechanical lugs accept four 3/0 AWG to 500 kcmil aluminum or copper conductors per phase.
What does the "J" in the PJL catalog prefix represent?
The "J" indicates the breaker's short-circuit interrupting rating tier, which provides 100 kAIC at 240V, 65 kAIC at 480V, and 25 kAIC at 600V.
Does the PJL36100AA include a push-to-trip feature?
Yes, all PowerPacT P-Frame circuit breakers include an integral push-to-trip button on the cover to manually trip the breaker and verify the mechanism is functioning properly.
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